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State House defends Ruto's role in Nairobi Hospital crisis

State House defends Nairobi Hospital leadership changes amid arrest of board members, says President Ruto acted on stakeholders petitions, citing unresolved disputes.
By Denis Omondi 2026-03-16 19:24:32
Four directors linked to the management of The Nairobi Hospital have been released on bond after denying criminal charges related to alleged conflict of interest over the loss of Sh 8 million
By Nancy Gitonga 2026-03-16 16:16:56
The State Department of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Development has requested Parliament for an additional Sh5.2 billion in its budget to support remaining projects
By Edwin Nyarangi 2026-03-16 14:45:48
KNCHR warns Sh2bn protest victims fund may fall short, Chairperson Claris Ogangah calls on public to submit evidence of violations in 2017, 2024 and 2025 for verification.
By David Njaaga 2026-03-16 12:04:00
Atwoli has been vocal about championing President William Ruto’s reelection while turning a blind eye to the fate of workers, as strikes for various groups of workers hurt counties.
By Standard Reporter 2026-03-16 11:00:00
Crucial components recovered from the accident site where Emurua Dikkir MP Johana Ng’eno and five others died after their chopper crashed in Mosop have been flown abroad for further analysis.
By Hudson Gumbihi 2026-03-16 10:31:41
A new legislative proposal aimed at tightening oversight of Kenya’s architectural profession has come up amid growing public concerns over building safety
By Jacinta Mutura 2026-03-16 09:05:49
State House had recorded recurrent expenditure of over Sh10 billion in the first seven months of the financial year, and by February 2026, had exceeded the annual allocation of about Sh7.6 billion.
By Robert Kituyi 2026-03-16 08:20:00
Judges who deliver adverse rulings such as Justice Bahati Mwamuye—who in January 2026 nullified the appointment of 21 presidential advisors—have found themselves transferred.
By David Odongo 2026-03-16 08:20:00
A week after devastating floods swept through Nairobi leaving more than 20 dead, residents are still grappling with the aftermath as fresh floods continue to disrupt life in several estates.
By Juliet Omelo 2026-03-16 06:20:00
Dr Job Obwaka spent his third night in police custody on Sunday after his dramatic arrest on Friday morning as pressure mounts on the DCI to either charge him or grant him bail.
By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2026-03-16 00:30:00
Kenya Medical Association protests alleged persecution of medics amid detention of Dr Job Obwaka in the Nairobi Hospital row, demands his immediate release.
By Denis Omondi 2026-03-15 22:23:43